2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
